Children’s Culinary Instructor & Classroom Assistant (Part-Time + Seasonal Camps)
About The Position
For twenty years, Young Chefs Academy has led the way in teaching children the joy and value of cooking. Our hands-on classes inspire confidence, creativity, independence, and real-life kitchen skills. We believe cooking is a powerful way for kids to learn — academically, socially, and personally — and we’d love for you to be part of that mission. We are hiring both Lead Culinary Instructors and Classroom Assistants for: Weekly after-school & evening classes Weekday homeschool classes Weekday field trip programs for schools & community groups Weekend birthday parties & family workshops School Break Camps & Summer Camps Whether you’re a teacher, culinary enthusiast, camp counselor, or energetic student who loves working with kids — we have a place for you on our team! Positions Lead Culinary Instructor (Ideal for Teachers, Camp Counselors, Group Leaders, or Experienced Classroom Leaders) You’ll: Teach hands-on cooking classes for ages 4+ (classes range from 60-90 minutes) Lead field trips and homeschool programs using the Young Chefs Academy Franchise curriculum Manage classroom flow and keep students engaged and safe while also connecting one on one Lead birthday parties, workshops, and special events Guide students in developing real culinary and life skills Foster a positive, supportive learning environment Culinary Classroom Assistant (Great for High School & College Students Looking for Experience Working with Kids) You’ll: Support the instructor during classes, field trips, and camps Help students follow recipes and use tools safely Prep ingredients and cooking stations Assist with kitchen & location cleanup and organization Help create a fun, welcoming, confidence-building environment
Requirements
- A genuine love for working with children
- Positive energy, warmth, and patience
- Reliable, responsible, and good communication skills
- Interest in cooking — no professional culinary background required
- Age 16+ (Assistants) / 21+ preferred for Lead Instructors
Nice To Haves
- Leadership skills and confidence (for Lead Instructors)
- Experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring kids is a bonus
- CPR/First Aid welcome (reimbursed after hire if needed)
Responsibilities
- Teach hands-on cooking classes for ages 4+
- Lead field trips and homeschool programs using the Young Chefs Academy Franchise curriculum
- Manage classroom flow and keep students engaged and safe while also connecting one on one
- Lead birthday parties, workshops, and special events
- Guide students in developing real culinary and life skills
- Foster a positive, supportive learning environment
- Support the instructor during classes, field trips, and camps
- Help students follow recipes and use tools safely
- Prep ingredients and cooking stations
- Assist with kitchen & location cleanup and organization
- Help create a fun, welcoming, confidence-building environment
Benefits
- A creative, fun, supportive work environment
- Competitive pay (based on role + experience)
- Highly flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility
- Make a real impact — help kids build confidence, curiosity & life skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
